Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Tecno Phantom 9
The Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Tecno Phantom 9 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom 9 leads — 31/100 vs 30/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 16 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Phantom 9 doesn't; the Tecno Phantom 9 is noticeably lighter (164g vs 205g).
Samsung Galaxy A12
Tecno Phantom 9
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3500 mAh
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 16MP
- Better camera (29/100 vs 22/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 15/100)
- Lighter: 164g vs 205g
- Better display (83/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (82/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A12 vs the Tecno Phantom 9, the Tecno Phantom 9 scores 1 points higher (31/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 leads (52/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 19/100. In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (83/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 is a bit better (29/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom 9 (52/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (82/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A12 | Tecno Phantom 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | MediaTek Helio P35 | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 199111 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 476 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 828 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 9.0 (Pie) | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | 158.5×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 164 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Phantom 9
- Main: 16MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Phantom 9
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom 9
- 3500 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Samsung Galaxy A12 and Tecno Phantom 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Tecno Phantom 9
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 19/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (83/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 is a bit better (29/100 vs 22/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom 9 (52/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (82/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Tecno Phantom 9?
The Tecno Phantom 9 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A12 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Tecno Phantom 9?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Tecno Phantom 9 — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Tecno Phantom 9?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 leads on camera score (29/100 vs 22/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A12 over the Tecno Phantom 9?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Phantom 9 is a better fit for everyday use.